2000 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Focus | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
